GCSEs at Kings Brighton

We offer an accelerated one-year GCSE programme with subjects that include Art, Biology, Chemistry, Economics, English, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Mathematics and Physics.

Resits and retakes

We also provide programmes to allow students to resit or retake GCSE subjects where they haven't realised their full potential and have narrowly missed the required grades for progression.

Key facts

Start dates: 6 September 2021

Minimum age: 14

Length: 1 Academic year (3 terms)

Lessons: Average 20-25 hours per week (plus homework and private study)

Class size range: 4-10 students

Learning outcomes:

Gain subject knowledge in preparation for A-levels Develop study skills required at Sixth Form level

Course structure

Main academic subjects: Mathematics: 5–6 lessons per week English: 5–6 lessons per week Study Skills: 2 lessons per week Science: 9–12 lessons per week ICT: 5–6 lessons per week Economics: 5–6 lessons per week Art: 5–6 lessons per week

Enrichment programme subjects: PSHE and Citizenship: 2 lessons per week Physical Education: 2 lessons per week Creative Arts: 2 lessons per week

Sample enrichment activities Annual three-day residential learning and cultural excursion Student Council Duke of Edinburgh's Award Trinity Arts Award English Literature Club Economics Club Art Club Maths surgeries Quiz Club Investors Club Yoga Club Personal & Health Club

Mentoring for under 16s

Includes: Full supervision during college hours Monday – Friday Welfare Counsellors Half-termly reports Separate Student and Parents' Portals Regular contact with parents on request.